Certificate of Life (attestatie de vita)

A certificate of life (attestie de vita) is an official document that proves you are alive. It is often required for foreign life insurance or pension funds. Here is a summary of what you need to know:

How to Request It

  • Where: At your local municipality.
  • Who: You must request it in person.

What to Bring

  • Identification: A valid form of ID.
  • Pension Fund: If required for a pension fund, please bring the original letter from the pension fund.

Processing Time

  • Immediate: You will receive the document right away.

Costs

  • 2026 Fee: €17.80
  • Free: If required for a pension fund and you can provide a letter to prove it.

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